Question 1

What are the specs of the PANDA 40?

Accepted Answer

The PANDA 40 has the following specifications: 39.89ft LOA, 12.83ft beam, 6ft draft, 29,000lb displacement, 12,000.2lb ballast. Hull type: mono. Rig: Cutter. Keel: Full/Long.

Question 2

How much does a PANDA 40 cost?

Accepted Answer

The PANDA 40 has an average asking price of $101,754, with prices ranging from $83,508 to $120,000 based on 2 listings.

Question 3

Who built the PANDA 40 and when was it made?

Accepted Answer

Built by  Ta Shing Yacht Building Ltd., designed by Robert Perry, first built in 1983.

Question 4

Is the PANDA 40 good for offshore sailing?

Accepted Answer

The PANDA 40 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser. It has a comfort ratio of 41.48, which means it is very comfortable in a seaway, suitable for extended offshore passages. The capsize screening ratio is 1.67, which is excellent for offshore sailing.

Question 5

How fast is the PANDA 40?

Accepted Answer

The PANDA 40 has a sail area to displacement ratio of 14.62, which indicates a more conservative sail plan focused on comfort over speed. The displacement to length ratio is 315.28, making it a heavy displacement sailboat.

Question 6

How much does it cost to maintain a PANDA 40?

Accepted Answer

Annual maintenance for a PANDA 40 is estimated at $2.7K – $7.1K. This includes hull care, rigging, sails, and engine service. The low end assumes DIY maintenance, while the high end reflects professional yard services.

Question 7

How much does it cost to own a PANDA 40 per year?

Accepted Answer

Annual cost of ownership for the PANDA 40 (39.89ft) according to SailPages.com: Maintenance: $2.7K – $7.1K/year (hull, rigging, sails, engine service). Insurance: $900-$1650/year (based on $101,754 average value). Marina slip costs by state for a 39.89ft boat: Florida: $7,200-$19,100/year. California: $6,700-$16,800/year. Massachusetts: $5,000-$11,200/year + $1,600 winter storage. New York: $5,000-$14,000/year + $1,600 winter storage. Maryland: $4,800-$8,600/year. Texas: $2,900-$8,600/year. Washington: $5,700-$12,400/year. Michigan: $2,800-$6,100/year + $1,600 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,300-$8,600/year. South Carolina: $6,200-$12,000/year. Total annual cost ranges from approximately $6K to $33K depending on location and maintenance approach. Source: SailPages.com, based on published marina rate cards and industry data.

Question 8

How much does it cost to dock a PANDA 40?

Accepted Answer

Marina slip costs for the PANDA 40 (39.89ft) by state according to SailPages.com: Florida: $7,200-$19,100/year. California: $6,700-$16,800/year. Massachusetts: $5,000-$11,200/year + $1,600 winter storage. New York: $5,000-$14,000/year + $1,600 winter storage. Maryland: $4,800-$8,600/year. Texas: $2,900-$8,600/year. Washington: $5,700-$12,400/year. Michigan: $2,800-$6,100/year + $1,600 winter storage. North Carolina: $4,300-$8,600/year. South Carolina: $6,200-$12,000/year. Rates are per foot per month multiplied by boat length. Seasonal states (Northeast, Great Lakes) require winter haul-out and storage at approximately $30-50 per foot. Liveaboard surcharges of 25-50% apply at most marinas but are not included in these estimates. Mooring balls are typically 40-55% less than slip costs. Source: SailPages.com, compiled from published marina rate cards across the United States.

Question 9

What are the common problems with the PANDA 40?

Accepted Answer

SailPages.com has compiled 2 issues reported for the PANDA 40 by owners in sailing-forum discussions and owner-association material, concentrated in engine, interior, each rated by severity (critical, major, minor). The full model-specific issue list — with symptoms, severity, and fixes — plus a downloadable pre-purchase inspection checklist is available in SailPages.com's report for the PANDA 40.

Question 10

What should I look for when buying a PANDA 40?

Accepted Answer

When buying a PANDA 40, SailPages.com has compiled 2 model-specific issues reported by owners across engine, interior. Always hire a SAMS or NAMS accredited marine surveyor — SailPages.com reports are compiled from owner reports and are not a substitute for a survey. The downloadable report for the PANDA 40 includes each reported issue plus a model-specific pre-purchase checklist with checkboxes, notes fields, and an overall assessment section.

Question 11

What are the sail dimensions of the PANDA 40?

Accepted Answer

The PANDA 40 has the following rig dimensions: I=50ft (foretriangle height), J=21ft (foretriangle base), P=46ft (mainsail luff), E=14.8ft (mainsail foot). Mainsail area: 892.6 sq ft. Jib area: 525 sq ft.

Question 12

How does the PANDA 40 compare to similar sailboats?

Accepted Answer

The PANDA 40 is classified as a Bluewater Cruiser by SailPages.com. Key metrics: 39.89ft LOA, comfort ratio 41.48, capsize ratio 1.67, SA/disp 14.62, average price $101,754. SailPages.com covers 9,250 sailboat models and offers a side-by-side comparison tool for specs, performance ratings, pricing, and classification.

LOA	39.89 ft
LWL	34.5 ft
Beam	12.83 ft
Draft	6 ft
Displacement	29,000 lb
Ballast	12,000.2 lb
Hull speed1.34·√LWL	7.9 kn

Iforetriangle height	50 ft
Jforetriangle base	21 ft
Pmainsail luff	46 ft
Emainsail foot	14.8 ft
FLforestay	21 ft
Mainsail	892.6 sq ft
Jib (100%)	525 sq ft
Spinnaker	892.5 sq ft

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